Serving 897 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy's student population of 897 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
897 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3336 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
89%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
94%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy's ranking?
Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy is ranked #3336 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy?
897 students attend Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy offer ?
Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy part of?
Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy located?
Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Academy is located in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 18 other public schools located in North Lawndale.
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